§ 17.04.140. Interpretation.

A.

In the event that there is a question as to interpretation of any part of this title, a written request for interpretation shall be submitted to the planning commission.

B.

The planning commission shall review that part of this title requested for interpretation and determine its original purpose and intent at the time of the writing and adoption of this title.

C.

The planning commission shall forward its interpretation to the applicant in writing within forty-five (45) days from receipt of the request. All such interpretations shall serve as the commission's policy until such time as the code is amended to include the interpretation as a part of the zoning code.

D.

The city of Salisbury recognizes that the Federal Fair Housing Act imposes upon it a duty to make "reasonable accommodations," as such term may be defined under the Fair Housing Act from time-to-time, in its land use and zoning policies and procedures where such accommodations may be necessary to afford persons or groups of persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to use and enjoy housing. The planning commission and board of zoning appeals shall interpret this title so as to comply with the Fair Housing Act and other applicable law.

(Ord. 1786 § 2, 2001; prior code § 150-300)